Hopo offers flexible ferry fares for everyone, including Gold Coast locals and visitors!
Simply buy ferry tickets from your Captain, or visit the friendly customer service team at:
Ferries depart every hour, allowing you to enjoy the 5 destinations at your own pace.
Special Deals
Bulk buy per person
Special from Surfers Paradise
Buy one-way tickets onboard
The ferry travels from Surfers Paradise in the heart of the Nerang River, to Sea World in the beautiful Broadwater. The entire return journey is just under 2 hours, with multiple stops along the way.
You can embark on a short journey within one zone, or see all the sights on a longer cruise across both zones.
Choose between the unlimited hop-on hop-off Day Pass, or a relaxing 2 Hour Sightseeing Cruise (with 1 stop en-route) or a Ferry Ticket between the 5 stops.
If you have booked an experience at the Sea World Marine Precinct e.g. Sea World Marine Park, Whale Watching or Arro Jet Boating, buy a transfer and take the scenic route with Hopo!
Grab your ferry ticket onboard, or at the customer service desks.
Short Hop
Adult $10 | Concession $8 | Child $6
(Travel within 1 zone, under 20 minutes)
Long Hop
Adult $20 | Concession $16 | Child $12
(Travel across 2 zones, over 20 minutes)
Child is aged 5- 15 years, kids under 5 travel FREE
The ferry fares are based on the duration of travel:
Our commitment to tourism excellence
Discover the stunning waterways on Gold Coast’s only hop-on hop-off cruise. The day pass includes unlimited stops and hourly departures to 5 iconic destinations! Buy the Hopo Day Pass here.
Cruise by iconic Gold Coast landmarks, luxury homes and amazing views, while enjoying the entertaining commentary and onboard bar. Book your Sightseeing Cruise here.
Simply purchase any ferry ticket onboard, or visit the Hopo Kiosk Surfers Paradise for help planning your trip. Click to see ferry fares and special promotions for locals and visitors.
Travel the scenic way to Sea World Marine Park aboard Hopo Gold Coast Ferry. Save with this exclusive hassle-free combo – Sea World Day Pass and discounted Hopo Ferry return ticket.
Combine cruising the waterways with conquering epic GC Aqua Park. Hop off at Southport Broadwater Parklands for unforgettable fun at Gold Coast’s mega inflatable obstacle course. From $39
Experience three ‘must-do’ Gold Coast adventures with the ultimate saver combo – Hopo Ferry Day Pass, a thrilling Arro Jet Boat ride and Sea World Day Pass. Do it all in one action-packed day or more.
Hopo acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters on which we operate and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.
Hopo acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters on which we operate and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.
